Reimagining Construction Design

Reimagining Construction Design

7th edition | December 18th, 2022

Our journey continues this month with Augmenta, a company that exemplifies the power of artificial intelligence to solve complex industrial challenges. Their approach goes beyond incremental improvement – it represents a shift in how we understand design, efficiency, and sustainable construction.


The Design Dilemma

Construction – a $13 trillion global industry – has long been trapped in a time warp of manual processes, inefficiency, and waste. Despite its critical importance, the sector has suffered from stagnant productivity, with 20% of professionals' time and 6% of building costs lost to design and coordination errors.

Augmenta: Bridging Design and Innovation

"Our goal is to bridge the gap between the intent of what a building should represent and its actual physical realization," says Francesco Iorio, Augmenta's co-founder and CEO. A pioneer of generative design, Iorio brings a revolutionary approach to an industry desperately seeking transformation. Francesco Iorio, co-founder and CEO of Augmenta, leads a team of experts in AI and computational science to revolutionize building design. Aaron Szymanski, head of product at Augmenta, bridges computational science and AI with user needs, bringing extensive experience from roles at real/ideal, Blackberry, and Autodesk.

The Technology Transforming Construction

Augmenta's AI platform isn't just another software tool – it's a complete reimagining of architectural design:

  • Automated Design Modeling: Create sustainable building models with unprecedented speed and accuracy
  • Clash Detection: Identify and resolve potential design conflicts before construction begins
  • Parallel Design Capabilities: Generate multiple design iterations simultaneously
  • Sustainable Innovation: Reduce material waste and optimize energy efficiency
  • Integrated Workflow: Seamless integration with existing design tools like Autodesk Revit


Strategic Partnerships: Changing the Landscape

A recent collaboration with ENG, a global Building Information Modeling (BIM) leader, marks a significant milestone. Together, they're developing the first AI design solution for electrical subcontractors, addressing critical industry challenges.

Investor Confidence

Backed by heavyweight investors including:

  • BDC Venture Capital
  • Eclipse Ventures
  • Ferguson Ventures
  • Suffolk Technologies

Augmenta has secured $11.75 million in funding, signaling strong market belief in their transformative approach.


The Bigger Picture

Beyond efficiency, Augmenta is tackling a critical global challenge. By automating design and reducing waste, they're working towards a future where buildings are:

  • More energy-efficient
  • Constructed with sustainable materials
  • Safer and faster to build
  • Significantly reducing landfill contributions

As we look to the future, Augmenta is set to drive advancements in the construction industry with its AI-driven solutions. By enhancing efficiency and promoting sustainability, they are helping to create smarter, greener, and more efficient buildings.

In the next edition, we'll continue our exploration of technologies addressing challenges in the AEC industry.

Stay innovative,

MSMM Engineering


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